The Two Broke Watch Snobs get to the bottom of what being “broke” actually is. So there’s a serious challenge to take on in episode #70 and that’s funding an entire watch collection for $150. Seiko also discontinued some of our favorite models :(

Also, apparently Mike and Kaz don’t understand the complications involved with wearing sweatpants for several weeks straight. The site is also alive again! Be sure to check out some new reviews and guest pieces. Oh, and keep an eye out for the first newsletter!

Listen in for tips on how to really start a small watch collection on a budget. It was a challenge but the guys find ways to help you get started without dropping insane amounts of cash.

Show Notes:

Encino Man: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Encino_Man

Hemel HFT20 Chronograph: https://www.hemelwatches.com/products/hemel-hft20-vk64-configuration

Mr. Orient USA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FB6TO5DbsPY

Watches from the minds of Long Islanders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dW0KrDwnGzQ

Seiko 5 SNK: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bf1U3ZpFWgE/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Orion Calamity: http://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/orion-calamity-dive-watch/

Raven Venture: http://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/raven-watches-review-venture/

RGM Watches: http://www.rgmwatches.com/

Discontinued Seiko models: https://www.seiyajapan.com/blogs/news/sayonara

Mike’s Picks

Vostok Scuba Dude: https://meranom.com/en/amphibian-classic/120/vostok-watch-amphibian-classic-120059.html

Casio F91W-1: https://www.amazon.com/Casio-F91W-1-Classic-Resin-Digital/dp/B000GAWSDG

Timex MKI 36mm: https://www.timex.com/mk1-36mm-nylon-watch/TW2R13800LG.html#start=1

Kaz’s Picks

Option 1

1 roll, 2 watches, leather strap

Roll: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019LEXFWU/ref=crt_ewc_title_dp_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1P3BWZSM0NY4A

Timex weekender chrono: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JO765US/ref=crt_ewc_img_gw_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

OR Timex expedition scout (approx $60): https://www.amazon.com/Timex-Expedition-Scout-Chronograph-Leather/dp/B01M3P1ES7/ref=pd_sbs_241_5?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01M3P1ES7&pd_rd_r=5W0EAEDR2TZK0E4TW42D&pd_rd_w=6LRkT&pd_rd_wg=Klb92&refRID=5W0EAEDR2TZK0E4TW42D

Diver/sport

G shock dw6900 ($43): https://www.amazon.com/G-Shock-DW6900-1V-Black-Resin-Sport/dp/B000GAYQL8/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1519941321&sr=8-9&keywords=g+shock

Crown and Buckle leather strap: https://www.crownandbuckle.com/straps-by-type/leather/leather-straps.html

Option 2

Roll: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019LEXFWU/ref=crt_ewc_title_dp_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1P3BWZSM0NY4A

Timex weekender chrono: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JO765US/ref=crt_ewc_img_gw_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

OR Timex expedition scout (approx $60): https://www.amazon.com/Timex-Expedition-Scout-Chronograph-Leather/dp/B01M3P1ES7/ref=pd_sbs_241_5?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01M3P1ES7&pd_rd_r=5W0EAEDR2TZK0E4TW42D&pd_rd_w=6LRkT&pd_rd_wg=Klb92&refRID=5W0EAEDR2TZK0E4TW42D

Casio Men's A168WA-1: https://www.amazon.com/Casio-A168W-1-Mens-A168WA-1-Watch/dp/B000LAKYW8/ref=sr_1_4?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1519945274&sr=1-4&nodeID=7141123011&psd=1&keywords=casio

Fossil Commuter 3-Hand: https://www.amazon.com/Fossil-FS5275-Commuter-Three-Hand-Leather/dp/B01M5H1PG2/ref=sr_1_4?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1519945779&sr=1-4&nodeID=7141123011&psd=1&keywords=fossil+watch+men